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US automakers say Trump’s 15% tariff deal with Japan puts them at a disadvantage

US automakers say Trump’s 15% tariff deal with Japan puts them at a disadvantage

U.S. automakers worry that President Donald Trump’s agreement to tariff Japanese vehicles at 15% would put them at a competitive disadvantage, saying they will face steeper import taxes on steel, aluminum and parts than their competitors

By The Associated Press●
July 23, 2025 at 4:07 pm CDT

From tech podcasts to policy: Trump’s new AI plan leans heavily on Silicon Valley industry ideas

From tech podcasts to policy: Trump’s new AI plan leans heavily on Silicon Valley industry ideas

An artificial intelligence agenda that started coalescing on the podcasts of Silicon Valley billionaires is now being forged into U.S. policy as President Donald Trump leans on the ideas of the tech figures who backed his election campaign

By The Associated Press●
July 23, 2025 at 8:01 am CDT

Trump announces trade deal with Japan that lowers threatened tariff to 15%

Trump announces trade deal with Japan that lowers threatened tariff to 15%

President Donald Trump announced a trade framework with Japan on Tuesday, placing a 15% tax on goods imported from that nation

By The Associated Press●
July 23, 2025 at 7:56 am CDT

Kessinger opens State Farm office in Oglesby

Kessinger opens State Farm office in Oglesby

Derek Kessinger opened a State Farm agency at 445 W. Walnut St., Oglesby, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

By Tom Collins●
July 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

Goldwater Care cuts ribbon at new Spring Valley location

Goldwater Care cuts ribbon at new Spring Valley location

Goldwater Care in Spring Valley recently cut the ribbon at its location at 1300 N. Greenwood St., Spring Valley.

By Tom Collins●
July 22, 2025 at 6:00 am CDT

Owners of the New Chalet in Ottawa announce retirement, seek buyer

Owners of the New Chalet in Ottawa announce retirement, seek buyer

The New Chalet in Ottawa will be changing hands.

By Stephanie Jaquins, Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
July 21, 2025 at 6:00 pm CDT

Beef prices have soared in the US, and not just during grilling season

Beef prices have soared in the US, and not just during grilling season

Many factors including drought and cattle prices have contributed to that decline. And now the emergence of a pesky parasite in Mexico and the prospect of widespread tariffs may further reduce supply and raise prices

By The Associated Press●
July 21, 2025 at 4:40 pm CDT

Renovations Underway at Debo Ace Hardware in Peru

Renovations Underway at Debo Ace Hardware in Peru

Renovations are underway at Debo Ace Hardware in Peru.

By Stephanie Jaquins, Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
July 21, 2025 at 12:00 pm CDT

Disco Bungalow brings handmade, vintage vibe to Madison Street in Ottawa

Disco Bungalow brings handmade, vintage vibe to Madison Street in Ottawa

Kaley Dilley and Anna Weygand had wanted to open a little shop in Ottawa since they were kids — and this year, the opportunity came.

By Stephanie Jaquins, Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
July 21, 2025 at 11:47 am CDT

Less selection, higher prices: How tariffs are shaping the holiday shopping season

Less selection, higher prices: How tariffs are shaping the holiday shopping season

It’s less than 22 weeks before Christmas, a time when businesses that make and sell consumer goods usually nail down their holiday orders and prices

By The Associated Press●
July 20, 2025 at 12:02 pm CDT
US inflation accelerated last month to highest level since February

US inflation accelerated last month to highest level since February

Excluding the volatile food and energy categories, core inflation increased 2.9% in June from a year earlier, up from 2.8% in May

By The Associated Press●
July 15, 2025 at 8:22 am CDT
Heartland by Hand to close Ottawa gift shop

Heartland by Hand to close Ottawa gift shop

Heartland by Hand announced that its downtown Ottawa gift shop is closing and its framing services will be relocating.

By Stephanie Jaquins, Shaw Local News Network correspondent●
July 11, 2025 at 3:38 pm CDT

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US automakers say Trump’s 15% tariff deal with Japan puts them at a disadvantage


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Trump announces trade deal with Japan that lowers threatened tariff to 15%


4

Kessinger opens State Farm office in Oglesby


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Goldwater Care cuts ribbon at new Spring Valley location


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Owners of the New Chalet in Ottawa announce retirement, seek buyer


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